By Months: Irja Lutsar
Total Months: 17
Fully Profiled: 17
10.2025
7 Speeches
There is no direct opposition, but the speaker raises a scrutinizing question regarding the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Finance and the government for regulating research and development funding. The criticism is directed primarily at the procedure and the setting of priorities, rather than at specific individuals.
09.2025
6 Speeches
Criticism is directed against inefficient procedures and overregulation, especially in the field of data protection, which hinders the development of science. Direct political opponents or individuals are not criticized; instead, emphasis is placed on the volume and complexity of the law, which makes reading and implementing it impossible.
06.2025
10 Speeches
The speaker sharply criticizes the opposition (referring to those who filed the motion of no confidence) for attacking the minister who is actually implementing reforms, rather than focusing their criticism on those who are doing nothing. He also disputes Mr. Läänemets’ assertions regarding the poor health of prisoners, citing his own research conducted within the prison system. Furthermore, he criticizes the previous failure to address issues within legal education.
05.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker avoids direct criticism of any opposing party, but the question posed suggests dissatisfaction with the Ministry of Education's failure to act in ensuring the quality of higher education. There are no overt attacks or outright refusals to compromise.
04.2025
13 Speeches
The main confrontation was with the EKRE faction, whose 100 amendments to the draft Tobacco Act were labeled as obstructionist and were consensually disregarded by the committee. The criticism was procedural, as the proposals were essentially repetitive and obstructed the legislative process. It also presents indirect opposition to those who view the ethics committee requirement as delaying the availability of medicines, by emphasizing the priority of patient safety.
03.2025
5 Speeches
He/She strongly opposes the bill's proponents, criticizing their incompetence in handling medical matters and their decision to call into question the impartiality of drug regulatory agencies. The criticism targets both the substance of the draft and the procedural jurisdiction, emphasizing that the Riigikogu (Parliament) is not the appropriate venue for deciding whether medicines should be authorized for the market. He/She demands arguments from the opposition and suggests they address the State Agency of Medicines.
02.2025
2 Speeches
Insufficient data.
01.2025
11 Speeches
The criticism is aimed at the Centre Party concerning the delays in the Tallinn Hospital project and the obsolescence of the proposals. The critic also takes issue with the Centre Party representative’s claims regarding the desire to offset the debts of the North Estonian Regional Hospital (PERH) by merging Tallinn hospitals. The criticism is primarily procedural and relates to substantive policy matters, rather than being personal.
12.2024
12 Speeches
The primary opposition is aimed at the Minister of Health, Riina, and the amendments she has put forward to the Medicine Act, with the speaker voicing a fundamental disagreement on matters of safety and regulation. Additionally, there is criticism regarding the systematic lack of work discipline among a certain group of deputies (non-coalition members) within the committees. In the public sphere, there is strong resistance to anti-vaccination viewpoints, specifically referencing Kalle Grünthal's appeal and the response provided by experts from the State Agency of Medicines.
11.2024
12 Speeches
The speaker strongly opposes the initiators of the draft legislation aimed at changing abortion funding, criticizing their proposal as both discriminatory and socially detrimental. They also criticize the budgeting methodology used by the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs, arguing that the metrics employed for the activity-based budget are flawed and unrealistic. The criticism is aimed at the policy and its negative consequences, rather than at specific individuals.
10.2024
8 Speeches
Direct criticism was leveled against a colleague due to a procedural failure (the absence of a presenter), demanding an apology and an explanation. Politically, skepticism was voiced regarding the Ministry of Social Affairs' extensive right to import pharmaceuticals, raising concerns about the nationalization of the market and reduced competition. Furthermore, the minister was repeatedly questioned about the initial impetus and the relevant metrics.
09.2024
4 Speeches
The opposition is directed at the current role of the Health Board (Terviseamet) in regulating medical devices, as the speaker believes they lack the necessary expertise concerning pharmaceuticals and dosage. Clear opposition is also expressed to the previously discussed idea of merging the State Agency of Medicines (Ravimiamet) and the Health Board, citing the distinct areas of expertise held by the two agencies.
06.2024
4 Speeches
There is no direct political confrontation or criticism aimed at opponents. The criticism focuses on procedural shortcomings (e.g., the failure to involve the Social Affairs Committee in the debate on the emergency law) and legal challenges concerning the retrospective evaluation of the restrictions.
05.2024
7 Speeches
The opposition's stance is expressed through acknowledging that the economy and finance are in crisis and indirectly criticizing the government's actions. They directly criticize Urmas Reinsalu, accusing him of populism. The criticism is aimed more at rhetoric and political inaction, rather than being focused on the personal level.
04.2024
3 Speeches
Criticism is aimed at existing regulations that impede the rapid utilization of data and consequently obstruct the making of data-driven decisions. A critical objection is also being raised against the new proposal, highlighting its deficiencies in managing crisis situations and its failure to address communication requirements. The opposition is pragmatic and policy-based, not personal.
03.2024
4 Speeches
Criticism is primarily aimed at systemic deficiencies (e.g., insufficient quality control in healthcare, residency allocation) and ambiguous legislative drafts. Concern is expressed regarding the excessive involvement of pharmacies in the medical services market, fearing the dilution of the healthcare system and the outflow of nurses from hospitals. It also criticizes the position that the healthcare system should rely solely on a free market economy driven by competition.
01.2024
9 Speeches
The criticism is directed at the government's potential plans to cut science funding and the excessive bureaucracy that hinders scientists' work. He criticizes colleagues (e.g., Mr. Poolamets) who spread doubts about the safety of pharmaceutical companies and vaccines, while defending the work of the Agency of Medicines and European regulations. The criticism is policy- and data-driven, not personal.